Effects of an Online Hearing Support for First-time Hearing Aid Users

Effects of an Online Hearing Rehabilitation Support for First-time Hearing Aid Users: A Randomised Controlled Trial.

The goal of this randomised controlled trial is to test a online hearing support for first-time hearing aid users. The main questions it aims to answer are short- and long-term effects on the emotional and social consequences of hearing loss that the participants experience, use of communications strategies, experienced listening in complex sound environments and perceived effectiveness and satisfaction with hearing aids.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Adults > 20 years of age that are eligible for hearing aids
• Access to a computer, tablet and/or smartphone with internet
• Access to a Swedish BankID or equivalent

Exclusion Criteria:

• Inability to read and understand Swedish